Best 7 Cherry Coke Chicken Recipes

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Tantalize your taste buds with the extraordinary Cherry Coke Chicken, a delightful fusion of sweet, tangy, and savory flavors. This unique dish, presented in three exciting variations, transforms ordinary chicken into a culinary masterpiece. Embark on a culinary journey as we explore these delectable recipes, each offering a distinct taste experience.

Recipe 1: Cherry Coke Chicken

This classic recipe showcases the harmonious blend of cherry cola and chicken. Chicken pieces are marinated in a delectable mixture of cherry cola, soy sauce, garlic, and ginger, infusing them with irresistible flavor. After marinating, the chicken is coated in a crispy breading and fried until golden brown, creating a tantalizing contrast between the tender interior and the crunchy exterior.

Recipe 2: Slow Cooker Cherry Coke Chicken

For those who prefer a hands-off approach, the Slow Cooker Cherry Coke Chicken recipe is a lifesaver. Simply combine chicken, cherry cola, ketchup, brown sugar, and spices in a slow cooker and let it work its magic. The result is fall-off-the-bone chicken enveloped in a rich and flavorful sauce.

Recipe 3: Cherry Coke Chicken Wings

Chicken wings enthusiasts, rejoice! This recipe elevates your favorite party snack to a whole new level. Chicken wings are marinated in cherry cola, soy sauce, and garlic, then coated in a sweet and tangy sauce made from cherry cola, ketchup, and brown sugar. Baked until crispy, these wings will be the hit of any gathering.

No matter which recipe you choose, the Cherry Coke Chicken promises an unforgettable culinary experience. Its unique flavor profile and versatility make it a perfect addition to your weeknight dinner rotation or a crowd-pleasing dish for special occasions.

Let's cook with our recipes!

CHERRY COKE CHICKEN



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No, I'm not kidding, and I'm neither on crack nor cracking up. This is darn tasty chicken, easy enough for a weeknight and pretty enough for company. Just be sure you throw away the tell-tale Coke can so they won't know about your secret ingredient.

Provided by Mooseybear

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 35m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

4 chicken breasts
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 cup flour
1/4 teaspoon poultry seasoning
1/4 teaspoon salt
3 -5 dashes fresh ground pepper
1/2 cup chopped yellow onion
2 cloves minced garlic
1 cup Coke (or 1/2 c. Coke and 1/2 c. chicken stock)
1/2 cup dried cherries or 1/2 cup mixed dried berries (I use a mix of dried cherries, blueberries and cranberries)
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
1 teaspoon cornstarch
2 tablespoons water

Steps:

  • In a bowl, mix the flour, poultry seasoning, salt and pepper.
  • Butterfly the chicken breasts and pound them to about 1/2" thickness.
  • Dredge them lightly in the flour mixture.
  • In a large skillet over medium heat, saute the onions in the olive oil until soft.
  • Add the chicken to the skillet and cook until browned on one side, about 4 minutes.
  • Turn chicken and brown the other side for a few minutes more.
  • Add the Coke, cherries, garlic and balsamic vinegar.
  • Cover, reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes or until chicken is cooked through.
  • Remove chicken and keep warm.
  • Dissolve corn starch in water, then add to sauce mixture, and simmer until sauce is thickened and glossy.
  • Pour over chicken and serve.

CROCK POT CHERRIED CHICKEN



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This is a sweet and tangy dish and it couldn't be easier. The chicken and sauce are particularly delicious when served with rice or noodles. Enjoy!

Provided by Sea Sun

Categories     Chicken

Time 6h15m

Number Of Ingredients 5

3 lb skinned drumsticks (though you may wish to use breasts if you prefer white meat)
1 tsp lemon herb pepper seasoning (or any multi-herb seasoning such as spike/mrs. dash and pepper)
1 can(s) pitted, dark sweet cherries (drained)
1 bottle chili sauce (12 ounces)
1/2 c brown sugar (packed)

Steps:

  • 1. Sprinkle chicken evenly with herb/pepper seasoning, then place chicken in crockpot.
  • 2. In bowl, combined drained cherries, chili sauce, and brown sugar. Pour over chicken.
  • 3. Cook on low 5-6 hours or 3-4 hours on high.
  • 4. Serve with sauce.
  • 5. NOTE: You may wish to thicken sauce in pan with 1 tbsp cornstarch. Cook on medium and stir until mixture begins to boil and thicken.

CHERRY COKE CHICKEN



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The easiest sweet and savory chicken recipe! Add some soda to your Crockpot for the most tender barbecue chicken breasts.

Provided by Stacie

Categories     Slow Cooker

Time 8h5m

Number Of Ingredients 6

4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
1/2 cup Coca-Cola
1/2 cup barbecue sauce
1 can (398ml/13.5oz) Bing Cherries, with syrup
1 tablespoon water
1 tablespoon cornstarch

Steps:

  • Place chicken breasts in a slow cooker.
  • In a mixing bowl, stir together Coca-Cola, barbecue sauce and cherries. Pour over chicken breasts.
  • Cover and cook for 8 hours on low. Turn off heat.
  • Remove chicken breasts from slow cooker. Stir together cornstarch and water. Pour into slow cooker and stir to thicken sauce.
  • Add chicken breasts back into slow cooker and shred with two forks. Mix with sauce. Serve over a bed of rice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 328 calories, Carbohydrate 32 grams carbohydrates, Cholesterol 102 milligrams cholesterol, Fat 5 grams fat, Fiber 0 grams fiber, Protein 38 grams protein, SaturatedFat 1 grams saturated fat, ServingSize 1, Sodium 465 milligrams sodium, Sugar 24 grams sugar, TransFat 0 grams trans fat, UnsaturatedFat 3 grams unsaturated fat

FAVORITE COLA CHICKEN



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Everyone who tries this chicken asks for the recipe. They're surprised to hear that soda is the secret ingredient! -Jean Jarvis, Wautoma, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h15m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 can (12 ounces) diet cola
1/2 cup ketchup
2 to 4 tablespoons finely chopped onion
1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
8 bone-in chicken thighs, skin removed

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, combine first five ingredients. Bring to a boil; boil for 1 minute. Add chicken; stir to coat. Reduce heat to medium; cover and simmer for 20 minutes. , Uncover; simmer for 45 minutes or until a thermometer reads 180°.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 234 calories, Fat 10g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 92mg cholesterol, Sodium 434mg sodium, Carbohydrate 9g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 26g protein.

COKE CHICKEN



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This recipe is meant as a 'suit to taste' recipe. Please feel free to use spices you enjoy with ketchup-based sauces. Or feel free to brine your chicken PRIOR to placing this coke sauce on it. The sauce is great on the chicken, but a few people have complained that the flavor does not penetrate the skin, so all I can say is, You're a chef now, EXPERIMENT! *smile*

Provided by MapleLeafLili Hill

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 1h35m

Yield 1 baking dish of chicken

Number Of Ingredients 4

bone-in skin-on chicken piece, enough to cover the bottom of your baking dish (use whatever pieces you enjoy eating)
1 cup Coca-Cola (or any brand of cola flavoured soda)
1 cup ketchup
some barbecue sauce, to suit your tastes (optional)

Steps:

  • Stir together your sauce ingredients, and pour over your chicken pieces in the baking dish.
  • (you can choose to leave this in the fridge to marinate a few hours, or go ahead and put it in the oven right away).
  • Bake at 375 degrees for 1 hour to 1 hour 30-mins depending on the size of pieces you used. (I've never had this burn on to the bottom of a casserole dish.. Around the sides of the pan, the sauce will bubble up a little and carmelize, but everything should come clean with a regular hot water and soap soaking). Feel free to spritz your baking dish with cooking spray though if you've had trouble with things burning on to your pans.
  • This recipe offers possibilities to add spices to suit your taste, so please, experiment!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 323.7, Fat 1, SaturatedFat 0.1, Sodium 2683.4, Carbohydrate 83.7, Fiber 0.7, Sugar 76.7, Protein 4.3

CHERRY-TOPPED CHICKEN



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Looking for an entree that's simple enough to fix on busy weeknights, but special enough to serve company? This scrumptious recipe from Tabetha Moore of New Braunfels, Texas fits the bill. "It goes together in just minutes and uses only four ingredients. We enjoy it at least once every week," she says.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 15m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 4

4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (4 ounces each)
1 tablespoon canola oil
1/2 cup cherry preserves
1/4 teaspoon ground allspice

Steps:

  • Flatten chicken to 1/4-in. thickness. In a large skillet, cook chicken in oil over medium heat for 4-5 minutes on each side or until no longer pink. , Meanwhile, in a small microwave-safe bowl, combine preserves and allspice. Heat in the microwave until warmed. Serve with chicken.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 252 calories, Fat 6g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 63mg cholesterol, Sodium 55mg sodium, Carbohydrate 26g carbohydrate (24g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 23g protein.

BBQ CHERRY COLA CHICKEN LEGS



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Sweeten up your mealtime with BBQ Cherry Cola Chicken Legs. BBQ Cherry Cola Chicken Legs are made with HEINZ™ Texas BBQ sauce for a balanced taste of sweet and spicy. Try the taste sensation that is BBQ Cherry Cola Chicken Legs with your family today.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Home

Number Of Ingredients 3

2 cups cherry-flavored cola
1 cup HEINZ BBQ Sauce Texas Bold & Spicy
2 lb. bone-in skinless drumsticks and thighs

Steps:

  • Mix cola and barbecue sauce until blended. Pour 1 cup cola mixture over chicken in medium bowl; toss to evenly coat chicken with cola mixture.
  • Refrigerate 1 hour to marinate.
  • Heat grill to medium-low heat. Remove chicken from marinade; discard marinade. Reserve 1-1/4 cups of the remaining cola mixture for serving with the cooked chicken. Grill chicken 30 min. or until done (165°F), turning and brushing occasionally with remaining cola mixture.
  • Serve chicken topped with the reserved cola mixture.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 0 g, Fat 0 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 0 g, Sodium 0 g, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 0 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 0 g

Tips:

  • Choose the right chicken: For best results, use boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs. These cuts of chicken are tender and juicy, and they cook quickly.
  • Use a large skillet: A large skillet will help to ensure that the chicken cooks evenly. If you don't have a large skillet, you can cook the chicken in batches.
  • Don't overcrowd the skillet: If you overcrowd the skillet, the chicken will not cook evenly. Make sure to leave some space between each piece of chicken.
  • Cook the chicken over medium heat: Medium heat will help to prevent the chicken from burning. If you cook the chicken over high heat, it is more likely to burn on the outside and be undercooked on the inside.
  • Use a meat thermometer: A meat thermometer is the best way to ensure that the chicken is cooked through. Insert the meat thermometer into the thickest part of the chicken. The chicken is cooked through when it reaches an internal temperature of 165 degrees Fahrenheit (74 degrees Celsius).
  • Let the chicken rest: Once the chicken is cooked, let it rest for a few minutes before serving. This will help the juices to redistribute throughout the chicken, making it more tender and juicy.

Conclusion:

Cherry Coke chicken is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. The chicken is tender and juicy, and the sweet and tangy sauce is sure to please everyone at the table. Serve cherry Coke chicken with your favorite sides, such as mashed potatoes, rice, or green beans.

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